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January 2024 by Princess Brenda
Did a 3 hr family art project and had the best time ever! We learned about different kinds of glass, how to cut glass. We made glass ornaments...??
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January 2024 by Brenda Misseijer
We did a family Christmas project...we learned how to cut glass and make glass ornaments...?
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May 2023 by Tabitha E.
Copper Cat has been around for years. I first heard of her over a decade ago, she had a stand at a craft fair or farmers market where she sold her mosiac tile displays, of which I bought some gifts for myself and for my MIL. She was doing some small private classes teaching mosiac styles at that time. Fast forward a few years ago, after following on social media, saw she had moved to a new space off East McCarran, and had some expanded classes taught by other artist creators in the area. My sister saw a glass fusion yard art class and asked if I wanted to join, and I did. We spent a saturday late morning learning how to score and cut glass, and made ourselves some cute cats to put in our yards. We learned it's hard to mess up those things, because they really come out cute no matter the combination of glass you use. Additionally, Donna the instructor was patient, funny, and helpful for the smaller class size of I think around 8 to 10. The smaller class size helps so everyone gets attention when needed and you're not lost in. the crowd. My undiagnosed but definitely have ADHD personality means, I have interests in about a billion things, but only enough time to focus on one thing for shorts amounts of time. I have an entire room of crafting supplies, sewing macine, die cutters, paints, calligraphy, candle making, needlepoint, crocheting... I can keep going. But I have always wanted to try stained glass making, and saw thats a newer class offered at Copper Cat by local artists A Glass Fantasy! Signed up and went and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I think most artists are just creative people who are always encouraging, stained glass is obviously a talent that requires lots of practice, yet they make you feel like a pro. The mother daughter duo are enthusiastic, funny and great instructors. I'm signed up for another class, and thinking of another already.While at Copper Cat, I realized how much its grown and expanded in what it offers. Of course it has local artists goods for purchase, as well as, tons of craft supplies. Added even more class types from felting to resin pouring to quilting and more. AND offers yoga and reiki. The space is clean and organized considering it offers so many types of crafts. But walking in, you feel inspired by all the creativity and color everywhere. Seeing supplies and tools get me excited to create! We are so lucky to have this in Reno, be sure to check out the class schedule for offerings if you like trying new things, need refreshers on old hobbies, or just want help! The owner and guest instructors I've dealt with have been incredible!
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March 2023 by Lynn Giomi
Great teachers, friendly, helpful people
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December 2022 by Robin Paris
I absolutely love the art classes that Katie and Donna teach with the new techniques and innovative ideas!
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December 2022 by Shannon L.
Woohoo! Finally made it to a mosaic workshop and it was SO fantastic! Before I say more - go here right now for holiday shopping!! I didn't realize there were so many great items for sale here too - some Nevada themed, if you're looking for that - at super reasonable prices for beautiful/funny/unique artisan crafts. Copper Cat Studio is owned by Katie Packham and she taught the mosaic workshop I went to this weekend. It's 3 hours long for a small project (depending on size of substrate, or material you're building the mosaic on) or 5 hours for the big project option. So 10 am to either 1 or 3 pm. I thought that sounded like an eternity! and opted for the small project. Well, The first 45 minutes or so are instructions/an overall guide to how to create mosaics, including a super thorough written handout from Katie to refer to. The rest is creating the mosaic, and you go back on a later day to grout so the glue has time to dry. I ended up doing the larger project and the time FLEW by! Like, I can't even believe how fast it went by. There are tons of great materials to choose from to make your mosaic and I loved my finished mosaic! Well, I still need to grout it but then it will look even better. Katie was a fantastic instructor and walked around helping us as we worked - she was kind and helpful and had great insights and advice that made my mosaic better. I could write a book about how great Katie and this place are but let me just say - check out the website, peruse the (large!) offering of classes and workshops, and try something new - or just go there and SHOP! (Oh, it's a little tricky to find the first time. The official address is 300 Kresge lane but I feel like it should have an address on Bergin Way. It's behind Woody's Grille - not in that shopping center but on a little street just behind it. Plenty of parking! and bathrooms and there's yoga there too that I really want to go back for!).
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November 2022 by Michelle Scarboro
Beautiful crafts and great variety of classes.
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July 2022 by Laura Brandenburg
Great place to take a craft class. Only reason not five star is not enough time alloted to finish projects.
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July 2022 by Kasey Crispin
I have yet to take a class here (but can’t wait to!), so this review is for the wide array of materials for aspiring home mosaicists, the lovely gift shop showcasing local artists’ goods, and the incredible kindness and generosity of the owner, Katie. I had endeavored to do a diy mosaic (a la Pinterest) on my wall, but was dismayed by the monochrome tile offerings at the local hardware and big box stores. I found Copper Cat Studio online and called to inquire about their tile selection. Katie answered and, after getting a few details about my project, urged me to come over so she could offer some guidance. And offer it she did! Even though her studio had closed 10 min earlier, Katie walked me through all sorts of details I had failed to consider. For 30 minutes she pulled out books, showed me project inspiration, and just genuinely cared about my looming Pinterest-fail! This level of sincerity and care is so rare and guarantees her to be an excellent teacher. Her art is incredible and her experience vast, so i definitely took her advice!
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May 2022 by Sheila J.
Thank you for carrying a decent supply of glass. Do you have exactly what I needed. I will definitely be back when I have more time to browse your selections. I would also like to try some of your classes. Everyone was very friendly.
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October 2021 by Layla R.
I attended a silk scarf water marbling workshop and loved every moment. The studio has a comfortable and welcoming vibe and very inclusive to creative rookies (like me!). I love that their workshops are dotted on different days and that there is quite an assortment of workshops you can attend. Check out their website and see which workshop strikes your fancy! Some looked to be for an advanced learner but the owner is super responsive to emails and will tell you more about the level of difficulty. I look forward to attending more workshops soon!
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July 2021 by Vicki M
I know I can always find a unique gift in any price range and usually find something extra for myself. Look forward to taking a class some day too.
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July 2021 by Kari Zamora
Love this place!
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July 2020 by Teresa Dermody
Awesome experience. First project came out perfect. The instructor was clear and very helpful.
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July 2020 by Don Weaver
THE place to let your inner artist out! Also has a fantastic retail shop full of art from local artisans.
